Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia is garnering widespread praise online after a heart-touching video surfaced showing him taking a firm, yet caring stand against tobacco use. The incident, which took place in Madhya Pradesh’s Shivpuri on Thursday, quickly went viral on social media and won the hearts of netizens.

In the video, Scindia can be seen interacting with a woman who was reportedly chewing gutka (a form of smokeless tobacco). The minister, known for his calm and people-friendly approach, gently confronted her, asking, “Gutka kha rahi ho?...” to which the woman shyly nodded. Without hesitation, Scindia advised her, “Gutka mat khao behen, kyon kha rahi ho?”

As the woman smiled awkwardly, he continued his persuasion, pointing out the serious health risks involved: “Tumko malum hai na bura hai… Tumko malum hai na bimari hoti hai… Maine pakad liya na tumko aaj…” (You know it’s bad… You know it causes disease… See, I caught you today!)

In a decisive yet kind gesture, Scindia asked her to hand over the gutka packet. “Bag se nikalo gutka, tabhi jaane dunga,” he insisted. The woman complied without protest, handing him the tobacco packet, which Scindia then asked his aides to dispose of.

To ease the moment and comfort the slightly embarrassed woman, Scindia smiled and joked, “Ab itni dukhi mat dikho ki maine tumhari supari le li…” (Don’t be so sad that I took your betel nut.)

The heartwarming exchange has sparked a wave of appreciation on social media, with users lauding the minister for leading by example and raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco in a relatable and respectful manner.